HR Advisor

LKQ Group (UK) Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts distributor is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their team. The role involves providing proactive HR support across retail and warehouse operations in the UK and Ireland. Candidates should have a strong understanding of UK employment law and experience in HR roles. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including career growth opportunities and work-life balance plans.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Annual Leave

Exciting Career Growth

Life Assurance

24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Gym Discounts

Comprehensive Healthcare Perks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail & Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK and ideally Irish employment law.
• Previous experience in an HR Advisor role.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and guidance on employee relations.
• Support end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HR systems.

Skills

Previous experience in an HR Advisor or similar role

Strong understanding of UK employment law

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Confident managing ER cases independently

Experience working within retail, logistics, or a multi-site environment

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Company description :

Over the past few years, LKQ Euro Car Parts has developed into something that is much more than the leading distributor of car and LCV parts. While we continue to focus on our customers across our three key markets (trade, retail and collision), stocking over 100,000 different parts and operating from 280 branches across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, our key focus is on our colleagues.

We currently employ over 9,000 colleagues; from logistics and supply chain, to indoor or field based sales, or finance and legal, to marketing, communications and HR - the world really is your oyster when you work for LKQ Euro Car Parts.

As part of LKQ Europe and wider LKQ Corporation, a Fortune 500 company and market leader, there are ample opportunities for ambitious individuals to flourish and grow; both personally and professionally.

Developing our people is part of our core values at LKQ Euro Car Parts; you dont just get a job, you get a career when you work with us. Our teams are committed to championing your success, because when you deliver great, so do we.

Job description : Job Overview

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a varied and fast-paced role? Were looking for a confident HR Advisor to join our People Team, supporting our retail and warehouse operations across the North of the UK and Ireland.

As an HR Advisor, youll provide proactive and pragmatic HR support to managers and colleagues across a range of HR activities. Youll be the first point of contact for employee relations cases, recruitment support, and HR administration, helping to ensure a consistent and compliant approach to people practices.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers on all areas of employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence management.
• Proactively deliver training to all stakeholders when needed.
• Support end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a smooth candidate and manager experience.
• Build strong relationships across retail and warehouse teams, offering practical and solutions-focused HR support.
• Ensure compliance with both UK and Irish employment legislation.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee data on our HR systems (experience with SAP SuccessFactors or similar HRIS preferred).

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law.
• Knowledge of Irish employment law (would be highly advantageous).
• Confident managing ER cases independently and providing sound, commercially aware advice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Have a proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Experience working within retail, logistics, or a multi-site environment is desirable.
• Proficient in HR systems – ideally SAP SuccessFactors, but experience with any major HR platform is welcome.

Why Work for LKQ

• People First – We value our employees just as much as our customers.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible working options to support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth – Genuine opportunities for progression in a thriving industry.
• Passion for Excellence – Join a team dedicated to being the best at what we do.